Spain has booked their spot in the Euro 2024 final after a thrilling 2-1 victory over France on Tuesday night! 🎉🇪🇸
The match started with a bang as France's Randal Kolo Muani headed in a cross from Kylian Mbappé in the 9th minute, giving \"Les Bleus\" an early lead. Mbappé, notably playing without his protective mask after breaking his nose earlier in the tournament, showed immediate impact.
But the night belonged to Spain's sensational 16-year-old Lamine Yamal! 🌟 In the 21st minute, Yamal became the youngest-ever scorer at the Euros, curling a stunning shot past France's goalkeeper Mike Maignan from 25 yards out. What a way to make history! 🙌
Just four minutes later, Spain turned the game around when Dani Olmo's shot found the back of the net, making it 2-1. Despite France dominating possession in the second half, Spain's defense held firm.
\"We were in a difficult stretch after not expecting to concede so early. I just took the ball and wanted to put it right there. I am very happy!\" 😁 Yamal said after the match.
Spain is now set to face either England or the Netherlands in the final on Sunday in Berlin. 🏆
\"Whether it is my goal or Kounde's own goal, it doesn't matter. A goal is a goal. The important thing is that we are in the final.\" 🔥 Olmo said.
France coach Didier Deschamps admitted, \"Spain made things difficult for us. They were superior in terms of control and technique. So they deserve to win tonight.\"
Can't wait for the final! Who's hyped? 🙋♂️🙋♀️
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Spain beat France on Yamal's career night to reach Euro 2024 final
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